The Spectacular Spider-Man, Vol. 1 #144 (Marvel Comics 1988) Direct Edition

The Spectacular Spider-Man, Vol. 1 #144 (Marvel Comics, 1988) Direct Edition delivers Part 1 of the two‑part story “An Ill Wind.”

Script by Gerry Conway; pencils and inks by Sal Buscema; cover by Sal Buscema.

Peter Parker's book signing tour for "Webs" continues in sunny San Diego. While Spider-Man swings through the city, he hears an explosion at the Mission Bay Marina Club and heads to investigate, where he encounters Boomerang. Meanwhile at the Daily Bugle, Joe Robertson returns to work and is arrested by federal authorities for keeping silent about Tombstone's past crimes. The issue includes a cameo by Tama Janowitz, author of "Slaves of New York."

• Format: Direct Edition
• Pages: 32
• Credits: Gerry Conway (writer); Sal Buscema (pencils/inks); Sal Buscema (cover)
• Story: "An Ill Wind" Part 1 of 2
• Key moments: Boomerang encounter, Joe Robertson's arrest, Tama Janowitz cameo